Strawberry Avocado Pesto Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is full of fresh and fruity flavors
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 258kcal
Ingredients
Broccoli Avocado Pesto
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 1 small avocado, pitted
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- kosher salt
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Pasta Salad
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup mozzarella
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 handful fresh basil
Instructions
Broccoli Avocado Pesto
- 1. Steam the broccoli until tender, about 5 minutes. 2. In food processor or blender, combine the broccoli, avocado, basil, olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until combined, adding olive oil if needed to thin. Add the feta cheese and pulse until combined. Taste and season with salt, if needed.
Pasta Salad
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain.2. Add the pasta to a large salad bowl and toss well with the pesto. Add the balsamic, mozzarella, strawberries, tomatoes, and basil and gently toss to combine. Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 154mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 515IU | Vitamin C: 35.2mg | Calcium: 127mg | Iron: 1.5mg